The Norwegian Elkhound Club of Great Britain (Incorporating The British Elkhound Society and The Elkhound Club) Sponsored by President: Mrs J. Cowper Schedule of Unbenched Single Breed 31st Open Show (held under Kennel Club Limited Rules & Regulations) To be held in conjunction with the Hound Association Championship Show at Stafford County Showground Weston Road, Stafford ST18 0BD on SATURDAY, 5 th AUGUST 2017 Sponsored by Show Opens: 12.00 pm Judging will commence after judging of Norwegian Elkhounds is complete at the Houndshow Judge: Joe Smith (Mowgli) Guarantors to the Kennel Club: Mr R. Greaves (Chairman), 2 Priory Close, Dudley, West Midlands. Mrs L. Middleton (Secretary), Clare Green, Edge End Lane, Nelson, Lancs. Tel: 01282 447537 Mr S. Byrne (Acting Treasurer), 7 Dukes Field, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 4DL. All Judges at this show agree to abide by the following statement: In assessing dogs, judges must penalise any features or exaggerations which they consider would be detrimental to the soundness, health and well being of the dog. Postal entries close: Saturday, 8th July 2017 (Postmark) On-line entries can be made up until midnight on Sunday, 16th July 2017 at www.fossedata.co.uk Postal entries and fees to be sent to the Show Manager: Mrs C. Gilbert 111 Donnithorne Avenue, Nuneaton CV11 4QL. Tel: 07812 706677 Only undocked dogs and legally docked dogs may be entered for exhibition at this show
2 Shows... same day... same venue!! As you will be aware over the last couple of years we have been working towards reducing the show costs but also increase our numbers. This year we have brought our Open Show into August so that we can partner the Hound Association enabling you to enter 2 shows at the same venue on the same day. Our judge is Joe Smith (Mowgli) and the handling judge will be Mia Millward. James Wellbeloved has once again agreed to be our sponsor offering 15kg of food for the BIS and 7.5kg for RBIS, BP & BV. All first place winners from each class are given an online voucher to claim a free bag of food. We are happy to have a Jacobs Table. Just a quick reminder though - please remember that we will have no refrigeration available. So nothing that will come to too much harm on a hot day. We look forward to seeing you all on the day and fingers crossed for good weather so we can be in an outdoor ring! NECGB Committee EXHIBITORS PLEASE NOTE WE ARE MOST FORTUNATE TO BE ALLOWED TO HOLD A DOG SHOW AT THIS VENUE It is most important that the best possible care is taken of the superb facilities offered. In particular, please exercise your dog(s) in the designated areas only and remove any fouling immediately Children MUST be kept under control at all times. Parents will be held responsible for any child they have brought to the Show. Please DO NOT LEAVE ANY LITTER - there are plenty of bins provided for waste.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING NOTICES This is an Unbenched Open Show and is Open to all Please read the Definitions and Rules for the Show carefully ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION 15.00 Single 17.50 Joint 2.50 Junior (up to 18 years old) Please send subscriptions direct to the Treasurer DO NOT INCLUDE WITH ENTRIES ELIGIBILITY FOR ENTRY Please make sure your puppy is eligible for entry i.e. it must be born on or before 5th February 2017 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF ENTRY If acknowledgement of receipt of entry is required a SAE MUST be sent with entries. VETERINARY SURGEON A Veterinary Surgeon may not be present at the Show but cover will be provided PARKING Please park in the free parking area and please do not leave any litter EXERCISE AREA Dogs MUST be exercised in the area provided. All owner/handlers MUST be responsible for cleaning up after their dog(s) STEWARDS If any member wishes to steward at future Club Shows please contact the Show Manager. NB: Remember the KC require 12 stewarding sessions over 3 years if you wish to progress to being considered for the A3 Judging List. REFRESHMENTS Come and join our Jacob's Table! What is a Jacobs Table? It s a communal buffet where everyone brings a contribution of food for lunch. Your donation does not need to be huge. We are hoping that the donations you bring will be varied and tasty. You don t have to be an exhibitor. Anyone who attends can join providing they bring a donation.
CLASSIFICATION Judge: Joe Smith (Mowgli) 1. Minor Puppy Dog 12. Minor Puppy Bitch 2. Puppy Dog 13. Puppy Bitch 3. Junior Dog 14. Junior Bitch 4. Special Yearling Dog 15. Special Yearling Bitch 5. Post Graduate Dog 16. Post Graduate Bitch 6. Limit Dog 17. Limit Bitch 7. Open Dog 18. Open Bitch 8. Special Veteran Dog 19. Special Veteran Bitch (over 7 years but under 10) (over 7 years but under 10) 9. Special Veteran Dog 20. Special Veteran Bitch (10 years and over) (10 years and over) 10. Special Beginners Dog 21. Special Beginners Bitch 11. Special Newcomers Dog 22. Special Newcomers Bitch 23. Brace BEST IN SHOW followed by BEST PUPPY IN SHOW and BEST VETERAN IN SHOW will be judged after Class 23 JUNIOR and ADULT HANDLING CLASSES to be judged at 2.00 pm Judge: Mia Millward 24. 6-11 years 25. 12-16 years 26. 17 years + Rosettes by Moocraft Rosettes Jannice@moocraft-rosettes.co.uk
First Entry: Subsequent Entries: Not for Competition: Handling Classes: Catalogues: Advertisements: Rosette Donations: FEES Members 7.00 per dog non-members 10.00 per dog FREE 1.00 per dog (please provide details on entry form) 1.00 per class FREE with entries (limited number available on the day at 2.00) May be placed in the Catalogue at 10.00 per page plus 5.00 per photograph if required 2.50 per class Please make cheques payable to: The Norwegian Elkhound Club of Great Britain All fees MUST be pre-paid with entries. DO NOT SEND CASH Any cheque which requires to be re-presented to the Bank will be subject to a surcharge equal to the amount of the additional bank charges which may be incurred. kindly sponsor our Show and offer 1 x 15kg Bag of Food for BIS 1 x 7.5kg Bag of Food for RBIS, BPIS and BVIS Giftcards for each class winner (online sign up for voucher for FREE 2kg bag) Rosettes and Prize Cards First to VHC in each class Sponsorship Should any Members wish to sponsor the rosettes for a class or classes at 2.50 per class or give Specials please advise the Show Manager. All donations will be gratefully received and will be acknowledged in the Catalogue.
CUPS & TROPHIES Cups & Trophies are to be held for one year 1. Madge Troman Memorial Trophy Best in Show 2. Ch Rogersome Shehad Trophy Best Opposite Sex 3. Ravenstone Soroya Av Yggdrasil Trophy Reserve Best in Show 4. Danelaw Shield Best Puppy in Show 5. Best Novice Perpetual Cup Reserve Best Puppy in Show 6. Kinderhorn Trophy Best Dog 7. Butnies Boys Shield Reserve Best Dog 8. Ch Holly of Danelaw Trophy Best Bitch 9. Ch Varanger Tamara Shield Reserve Best Bitch 10. Kestos Tryg of Danelaw Minor Puppy Dog 11. Danelaw Eleanor Trophy Minor Puppy Bitch 12. Sophie Dog Trophy Puppy Dog 13. Sophie Bitch Trophy Puppy Bitch 14. Barlestone Junior Trophy Junior Dog 15. Barlestone Freya Shield Junior Bitch 16. Pabrisil Dusty Trophy Yearling Dog 17. Norsegrey Konni Trophy Yearling Bitch 18. Maubrea Trophy Post Graduate Dog 19. Thunor Rose Bowl Post Graduate Bitch 20. Barlestone Tamara Memorial Shield Limit Dog 21. Barlestone Dane Memorial Shield Limit Bitch 22. Danelaw Dog Trophy Open Dog 23. Danelaw Bitch Trophy Open Bitch 24. Naraena Veteran Shield Best Veteran 25. Kym of the Hollow Memorial Shield Best Opposite Sex Veteran 26. Nordel Odin Trophy Oldest Veteran 27. Tysley Cup Veteran Dog (7 yrs and under 10 yrs) 28. Llilabo Fleda Trophy Veteran Bitch (7 yrs and under 10 yrs) 29. Pewter Platter Special Veteran Dog (10 yrs and over) 30. Friochan Bitch Trophy Special Veteran Bitch (10 yrs and over) 31. Senta of Lufoten Best Veteran Dog 32. Kistrand Trophy Best Veteran Bitch 33. Elentier Trophy Special Beginners Dog 34. Trofast Tekla Cup Special Beginners Bitch 35. Irene Dixon Trophy Special Newcomers 36. Laekness Statlig Stej of Naraena Shield Brace 37. Diffy Hurley Memorial Trophy Dog or Bitch winning most points 38. The Presidents Cup Points for this and the 2017 Ch Show (1st 4; 2nd 3; 3rd 2; 4th 1) 39. Barlestone Junior Handling Trophy (6-11 years) Junior Handler (6-11 years) 40. Bowerhinton Junior Handling Trophy (12-16 years) Junior Handler (12-16 years) 41. Strinesdale Puppy Dog Tankard Best Junior Handler Please return either before or on the day of the Show to the Trophy Steward: Jon Crossley E-mail: jon@crossridge.co.uk
DEFINITIONS OF CLASSES In the following definitions, a Challenge Certificate includes any Show award that counts towards the title of Champion under the Rules of any governing body recognised by the Kennel Club. Wins at Championship Shows in breed classes where Challenge Certificates are not on offer shall be counted as wins at Open Shows. In the case of a dog owned in partnership and entered in Members' classes or competing for Members' Specials each partner must at the time of entry be a member of the Society. In estimating the number of awards won, all wins up to and including the seventh day before the date of closing of postal entries shall be counted when entering for any class i.e. Saturday, 1st July 2017. Wins in Variety classes do not count for entry in Breed classes but when entering for Variety classes, wins in both Breed and Variety classes must be counted. A First Prize does not include a Special Prize of whatever value. If an exhibitor reports before the judging of a class or classes that a dog has been entered which is ineligible, the exhibitor may choose one of the following options:- (1) Withdrawal The dog may be withdrawn from competition subject to the conditions of Regulations 9(j) and 20. (2) Transfer a) If a dog is ineligible for a class or classes as regards its colour, sex, weight or height the Show Secretary shall transfer it to the equivalent class or classes for the correct colour, sex, weight or height and, in the event of there being no equivalent class, Minor Puppy and Puppy excepted to the Open class for the correct colour, sex, weight or height. b) For an exhibit entered incorrectly in a Minor Puppy Class, Puppy Class or Junior Class, which is over age but under twelve calendar months of age, eighteen calendar months of age or 24 calendar months of age respectively, the Show Secretary shall transfer the exhibit to the Puppy Class, Junior Class or Yearling Class respectively for the correct colour, sex, weight or height and in the event of there being no Puppy, Junior or Yearling Class to the Open Class for the correct colour, sex, weight or height. c) For any reason other than the above, the Show Secretary shall transfer it to the Open Class for the correct colour, sex, weight or height. d) If an exhibit arrives late and misses a class, even if it is the only class in which the dog is entered, the dog may not be transferred to any other class.. MINOR PUPPY For dogs of six and not exceeding nine calendar months of age on the first day of the Show. PUPPY For dogs of six and not exceeding twelve calendar months of age on the first day of the Show. JUNIOR For dogs of six and not exceeding eighteen calendar months of age on the first day of the Show. Post Graduate For dogs which have not won a Challenge Certificate or 5 or more First Prizes at Championship Shows in Post Graduate, Minor Limit, Mid Limit, Limit and Open Classes whether restricted or not where Challenge Certificates were offered for the breed. LIMIT For dogs which have not become show Champions under Kennel Club Regulations or under the rules of any governing body recognised by the Kennel Club or won 7 or more First Prizes in all at Championship Shows in Limit and Open classes, confined to the breed, whether restricted or not, at Shows where Challenge Certificates were offered for the breed. OPEN For all dogs of the breeds for which the class is provided and eligible for entry at the Show. BRACE For two exhibits (either sex or mixed) of one breed belonging to the same exhibitor, each exhibit having been entered in some class other than Brace or Team. SPECIAL BEGINNERS For owner, handler or exhibit never having won a Challenge Certificate. SPECIAL NEWCOMERS For dogs, owner handled, not having entered in this breed at a Championship Show prior to January 2017. SPECIAL VETERAN (Classes 8 & 19) For dogs of not less than seven years of age but under 10 years of age on the first day of the Show. SPECIAL VETERAN (Classes 9 & 20) For dogs of not less than ten years of age on the first day of the Show. SPECIAL YEARLING For dogs of six and not exceeding twenty-four calendar months of age on the first day of the Show. ADVISORY NOTICE NOT FOR COMPETITION Societies may at their discretion, accept Not for Competition entries. Societies may accept such entries from breeds of dog not included within the title of the Society and at Shows held over more than one day, such entries may be accepted on any day from any breed.
RULES and REGULATIONS 1. The Show will open at 12.00 pm. 2. Dogs will be received until 3.30 pm and after which time no dogs may be received except under exceptional and unforeseen circumstances and by special permission of the Show management. 3. Judging will commence after judging of Norwegian Elkhounds is complete at the Houndshow. 4. Exhibits may be removed from the Show after their judging has been completed. The Show will close half an hour after all judging has been completed. 5. The use of cooking stoves in the proximity of the tenting and benching areas is forbidden except as authorised by the Show Management. 6. FEES: Members 7.00 first entry per dog; Non-Members 10.00 first entry per dog; Subsequent class with the same dog FREE. Handling Classes: 1.00 per class. Not for competition: 1.00 per dog (all breeds are eligible for entry as NFC but puppies under 4 months of age are NOT allowed into the Show. Puppies 4-6 months must be entered NFC). Catalogue: FREE with entries (limited number available on the day at 2.00). Annual Subscription: 15.00 single; 17.50 joint; 2.50 junior (up to 18 years old). 7. There will be no Prize Money on offer at this Show. 8. The Committee reserves to itself the right to refuse entries. 9. Puppies under six calendar months of age on the first day of the Show are not eligible for exhibition. 10. The mating of bitches within the precincts of the Show is forbidden. 11. Best Puppy in Show a. Where a Best Puppy in Show competition is scheduled the Best Puppy in Show is a puppy which has competed and is unbeaten by any other puppy exhibited at the same show. A puppy is a dog of six and not exceeding twelve calendar months of age on the first day of the Show. Where the Best in Show is a puppy it should automatically be awarded Best Puppy in Show respectively. Similarly, if the Reserve Best in Show is a puppy which has only been beaten by an adult dog it should also automatically be Best Puppy in Show respectively. Consequently, selection of Best Puppy in Show must follow the selection of Best in Show respectively. Best Puppy in Show must be selected from puppies which have been judged and which are unbeaten by any other puppy. b. Withdrawal from Other Competition: Puppies which become eligible for Best Puppy in Show may be withdrawn from all other competition, other than Breed Classes, prior to the competition for Best Puppy in Show in order to remain unbeaten. A puppy beaten in competition for Best Puppy in Show may subsequently be exhibited in all competition for which it was previously eligible. The dog declared Best Puppy in Show, however, must not compete in any subsequent competition. c. Proviso: For the purpose of this Regulation, dogs beaten in competition for Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, Progeny, Brace and Team or a Special Award confined to one breed will not be considered to be a beaten dog. 12. Best in Show a. The dog declared Best in Show is a dog which has competed and is unbeaten by any other dog exhibited at the same Show. Best in Show must be selected from the exhibits declared Best of Sex providing they are unbeaten winning dogs. Reserve Best in Show must be selected from the Best Opposite Sex and the Reserve Best of Sex to the exhibit declared Best in Show. The dogs declared Best in Show and Reserve Best in Show must not compete in any subsequent competition. b. Withdrawal from other Competition: Dogs which become eligible for Best in Show may be withdrawn from all other competition other than breed classes prior to the competition for Best in Show as appropriate in order to remain unbeaten. A dog beaten in competition for Best in Show may subsequently be exhibited in all competition for which it was previously eligible. The dogs declared Best in Show and Reserve Best in Show however, must not compete in any subsequent competition. c. Proviso: For the purposes of this Regulation, dogs beaten in competition for Stud Dog, Brood Bitch, Progeny, Brace and Team or a Special Award confined to a single breed, will not be considered to be beaten dogs. 13. Exhibits will not be admitted to Best in Show competition after a period of ten minutes has elapsed since the announcement that exhibits are required for judging, unless they have been unavoidably delayed by previous judging not being completed on time, and then only with the special permission of the Show Management. 14. Exhibitors must not pick up dogs by their tails and leads when lifting them. This is not acceptable. Exhibitors should note that such practice would constitute harsh handling and reports of such practice will be referred to the Committee under Kennel Club Show Regulation F11.
15. It is not acceptable to handle a dog in a manner which causes its feet not to touch the ground when on the move. Exhibitors should note that such practices could constitute harsh handling and reports of such practice will be referred to the Committee under Kennel Club Show Regulation F11. 16. All exhibitors must be familiar with Kennel Club Regulation F (Annex B) - Regulations for the Preparation of Dogs for Exhibition. 17. All dogs resident outside of the UK must be issued with a Kennel Club Authority to Compete number before entry to the show/event can be made. All overseas entries without an Authority to Compete number will be returned to the exhibitor/competitor. 18. Dogs in Vehicles on Hot Days. Your dog is vulnerable and at risk during hot weather and the Kennel Club offers the following guidance to help guide you through the do s and don ts travelling to and whilst at KC licensed events. When travelling to a show please take a moment to consider whether the route to the show is on a busy holiday route, and leave earlier to avoid increased time in traffic jams. If your vehicle is not air-conditioned seriously consider whether travelling to the show is a good idea at all. The vehicle should be as fully ventilated as possible, and plenty of stops should be taken, with lots of water available to drink. Ensure your dog is not sitting in full sunlight. There should be plenty of free flowing air around the dog. When at the show, never leave your dog in the vehicle. Keep the dog in the shade - take your own shade for example a large umbrella and always have plenty of water available to drink so your dog stays well hydrated. Avoid your dog taking part in unnecessary exertion, or from standing in exposed sunlight for extended lengths of time. Remember, if you feel hot your dog is very likely to feel much hotter and dehydrated, and this could lead to dire results. Please look after your dog s welfare. WARNING: IF YOUR DOG IS FOUND TO BE AT RISK FORCIBLE ENTRY TO YOUR VEHICLE MAY BE NECESSARY WITHOUT LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED. Anyone whose dog is entered at a Kennel Club licensed event should take all reasonable steps to ensure the needs of their dog(s) are met, and should not put a dog s health and welfare at risk by any action, default, omission or otherwise. Breach of Kennel Club Regulations in this respect may be referred to the General Committee for disciplinary action under Kennel Club Rules and Regulations. Exhibitors/Competitors are reminded that show societies have the right under Kennel Club Regulation to refuse any entry. 19. Not for Competition entries will be accepted. Details of each dog so entered must be recorded on the entry form and must be Kennel Club registered. 20. No modifications will be made to this Schedule except by permission of the General Committee of the Kennel Club, which will be followed by advertisement in the Canine Press wherever possible. 21. The Committee will be most anxious for the care and safety of all dogs entered for exhibition and for any property entrusted to it, but it must be clearly understood by exhibitors and any other persons that the Committee will not be responsible for the entire or partial loss or detention of or damage to any dog or person from any cause whatsoever, nor for any act or omission of themselves, their officers, servants, agents or others, and it is on this understanding only that entries are received. 22. The Committee will not be responsible for exhibitors missing their classes. 23. Any owner, competitor, handler or other person in charge of a dog is required to remove as soon as possible any fouling caused by their dog(s) at any Kennel Club licensed show within the licensed venue and within the environs of that event including car and caravan parks and approaches. 24. The owner, exhibitor, handler or other person in charge of a dog at Kennel Club licensed events must at all times ensure that the dog is kept under proper control whilst at the licensed venue, including its environs, car and caravan parks and approaches. This Regulation applies before (at any time during the set up period at the venue), during the event and afterwards (at any time during the breakdown of the event). 25. A dog may be disqualified by the General Committee from any award, whether an objection has been lodged or not, if proved amongst other things to have been: a) registered or recorded as having been bred by the scheduled Judge, this shall not apply to a Judge appointed in an emergency; b) exhibited without payment of appropriate entry fees. 26 Every exhibitor shall ensure that whilst the dog is being exhibited, its handler shall display the correct ring number.
DIRECTIONS TO VENUE By Road: The Showground is situated on the A518 Stafford to Uttoxeter road, some 4 miles from Stafford. Drivers from either the North or South using the M6 motorway should exit at junction 14 and follow the signs for the County Showground. DOGS IN VEHICLES Your dog is vulnerable and AT RISK if left in a vehicle in high temperatures and even on days considered as slightly warm. Please take care of your dog. If your dog is found to be at risk forcible entry to your vehicle may be necessary without liability for any damage caused. IMPORTANT NOTICE THE COMMITTEE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ENTRIES ANY ENTRIES RECEIVED BEARING A POSTMARK AFTER THE 8th JULY 2017 WILL BE RETURNED (Kennel Club Regulation) No entries will be refunded once received (KC Regulation)